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About Us

LMB is a non-profit, tax-exempt statewide membership organization working to improve conditions for bicycling in Michigan. LMB supports many programs and projects and cooperates with state and local agencies and other like-minded groups toward this goal.

LMB’s education and advocacy efforts are largely supported through membership and donations. With approximately two million bicyclists in Michigan, there is great strength in numbers. LMB membership and donations ensure that a full-time bicycle advocacy group is looking out for bicyclists' interests, keeping the roads open to them and working to establish a more informed government and the public. Membership aligns bicyclists throughout Michigan to become a proven, effective, grassroots advocacy group. Whether you are a racer, recreational rider, mountain biker, tourist, or commuter, LMB works to make bicycling safe, comfortable, and convenient for all.

Member Benefits Include:

Subscription to Michigan Bicyclist Magazine

Discounts on LMB Bicycle Tours

Advertising discounts in our magazine and Michigan Ride Calendar

Discounts on LMB merchandise

Copy of annual Michigan Ride Calendar (before the general public)

E-News updates and action alerts

Representation on bicycle-related legislation and policies

Access to LMB staff

Advocacy

LMB is the voice for bicycling in Michigan. LMB staff regularly represent the interests of Michigan bicyclists at the state level, advocating for bicycle-friendly policies at the State Capitol.

LMB Advocates For:

Safer roadways

Improved infrastructure such as protected bike lanes

Acceptance of bicyclists as legitimate road users

Education of bicyclists, motorists, and law enforcement

Representation of cycling issues at all levels of government

Policies that are properly enforced, which advance bicycling and protect the rights of cyclists

LMB holds Lucinda Means Bicycle Advocacy Day every year State Capitol to communicate our legislative priorities with lawmakers. LMB also holds statewide bicycle conferences to help provide education and tools to improve cycling conditions at the local level.

LMB's Micro-Grant Program provides financial assistance to individuals and organizations who implement creative projects that promote bicycling and the safety of bicyclists on Michigan roadways. Micro-Grant funds are awarded annually in May in celebration of National Bike Month.

Education

Education plays a key role in improving conditions for bicycling. LMB seeks to educate bicyclists, motorists, engineers and law enforcement personnel.

These efforts include the development of the What Every Michigan Bicyclist Must Know booklet, which is distributed to clubs, shops, police departments, libraries, organizations, and anyone interested in promoting safe bicycling.

LMB also developed and conducts Community Safety for Law Enforcement training sessions for law enforcement, parents, bicycle commuters, and those interested in running bike rodeos.